Outputting videotapes to MP4 files is the best option for ensuring longevity of your precious home movies:

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Video file (Standard Definition MP4 or Upscaled High Definition MP4):

If you want to edit, archive, or view your material on a computer, converting your tapes to video files is the ideal choice. This method enables you to watch the content on most Smart TVs, computers and laptops, as well as edit it with your preferred video editing software.

 

Our standard MP4 file is 20Mbps at 720x576 pixels (approx. 10GB per hour of video material).  We can also output files for use on Smart TV's - let us know when you bring your job in that you'll be using a Smart TV, as they do require different quality file/s to play smoothly (approx 5-7Mbps).

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SD to HD upscaling:

​For a small additional surcharge we can upscale your Standard Definition video to High Definition, using our high quality hardware (generally best results are from MiniDV, Digital8 and Hi8 formats, as well as professional formats such as Digibeta and Betacam SP etc).

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We can output the files onto your NTFS (PC), HFS+ (MAC) and even exFAT (PC/MAC) formatted portable/external hard drive (HDD).  Thumb drives (also known as Flash drives) are a convenient format for viewing files on a Smart TVs, computers and laptops.

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TURNAROUND TIME:

1-3 Working Days (Smaller Jobs) / 3-7 Working Days (Larger Jobs)

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A few things we're often asked (FAQ)

 

Q "Do I get my tape back after the transfer process?"

A Absolutely - with our archiving background, we believe in always keeping your original tapes.

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Q "Will you transfer all material on a tape, regardless of content?"

A No - as part of our transfer process, we identify the home movie material and transfer only that (we won't transfer TV shows, blank sections etc.)

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Q "I have some unlabelled tapes, how do I know what is on them?"

A We can check your unlabelled tapes.  We will only ever transfer home movie material.  Blank tapes (or TV only) are returned to you, at no charge. 

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We also offer a High Definition 'Frame By Frame' 8mm film to HD or 2K files transfer service. For further details, you can view our film to HD page.

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At ezDigital, we take great care with your home movies, to ensure you have a high quality digital transfer that you can view for a long time to come.

 

We also offer many other services including:

• Video, Audio Tape & 8mm film repair, splicing & cassette rehousing
• Video still frame extraction
• Professional real time video conversion into high quality MP4 files
• Professional transfers with time base correction (to minimise tracking errors).
• Real Time audio enhancements (Level balancing & noise reduction).
• Worldwide conversions to and from PAL, NTSC and Secam for viewing worldwide